Local Obituaries for Shawnee, OK and Pottawatomie County

Nov 12, 2024

It is with great sadness and much love we say goodbye to our beloved Dannie. To say he will be missed is an understatement. He touched the lives of so many, and his absence leaves a deep void in our hearts. 

Dannie was born on January 8, 1967 in Emporia, Kansas. On December 7, 2004, Dannie married Teri Dawn Baker in...

Nov 12, 2024

Linda (Boyle) Pennington passed away November 12, 2024 at St. Anthony Hospital in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Her family surrounded her when she passed. Linda was born in Lyons, Kansas, on November 26, 1950, to Fred “Fritz” Boyle and his wife Ruby. Linda graduated from Texas State University as a non-traditional student in 2015 at age 65. She received high marks in...

Nov 10, 2024

Joseph "Joe" Emory McKimmey, age 87, left this world to be with his Lord Sunday, November 10th, 2024 in Plano, Texas.

Joe was born in Phoenix, Arizona to his parents Ray and Olga on June 11th, 1937. He married his childhood sweetheart, Jettie Mae Chesser. Together, they raised a family and resided in Shawnee for most of the entirety of their...

Nov 10, 2024

Wesley Scott Baumann, age 60 of Shawnee, Oklahoma passed away Nov. 10, 2024 in Shawnee.

Wesley was born March 5, 1964 in Oklahoma City to William R. nd Neta L. (Ulmer) Baumann.. He graduated from Carl Albert High school and then worked as a professional welder for his career. When he wasn't working, he loved to fish and hunt. Wesley...

Nov 9, 2024

Lorna K. (Lee) Blochowiak passed comfortably on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 11:50 am at St. Anthony’s Hospital in OKC from kidney failure. She was surrounded by her husband, brother, daughters, their families, and her friends.

Lorna was born in OKC at Capitol Hill General Hospital, to James Hollis Lee and Edwinna (Attebery) (Lee) Wittman. She attended Hayes Elementary School. Later,...

Nov 5, 2024

Don Lynn Loula was born on June 25, 1939 in his grandparent’s house in Lookeba, Oklahoma to parents Carleton “Carle” Loula and Helen Enslow Loula. Don was a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many.

He died of sepsis stemming from an infection on November 5, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother Helen, father Carle,...

Nov 2, 2024

Ruth Ramona Thomas, a beloved figure known to many as "Big Granny," passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, cherished memories. Born on August 5, 1931, in Oklahoma City, Ruth spent her life nurturing her family and community, becoming a cornerstone in the lives of so many who had the privilege of knowing...

Oct 31, 2024

David Thomas Federighi passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024 in Shawnee, Oklahoma. He was born May 17, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois to his parents, David and Catherine Federighi. He graduated from De La Salle High School and joined the United States Army in 1966. David was honorably discharged in 1970 after serving his country for four years. On August...

Oct 31, 2024

Tommy Lee Shipley passed 31 Oct 2024, age 72. Tom was born 20 Apr 1952, in Shawnee, OK and lived in the McLoud area at the time of his passing. He spent his early years growing up in Ft Smith, AR before returning to the Shawnee area. He graduated from Shawnee High School in 1970 and soon after left for...

Oct 28, 2024

Annabelle Christine Poole, beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandma Lady joined her Savior in heaven on October 28, 2024, where she completed the dream of hugging God, Jesus, and the man who invented air conditioning. 

Christine was born on May 20, 1949, the only daughter of Helen and Donald Martin. Growing up in the high desert of California, she spent her childhood...

Oct 27, 2024

Gertrude B. Pickering passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at the age of 79. She was born on March 1, 1945, in Shawnee, Oklahoma to Charlie B. and Lillie (Davis) Spybuck. Gertrude lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to her family and friends.

She graduated from Bethel High School and continued her education at Oklahoma Baptist University....

Oct 21, 2024

Virgil Lee Middleton, born on October 4, 1963, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away on October 21, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and dedication that will be cherished by all who had the privilege to know him. 

Virgil graduated from Strother High School before embarking on a successful career as a machinist at Central Plastics. He later advanced...

Oct 10, 2024

Sue-Rita (Axtell) Clark, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on October 10, 2024, in Shawnee, Oklahoma at the age of 71. Sue-Rita was born on February 14, 1953 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to James and Rosmary Axtell. 

A woman of strong faith, Sue-Rita’s heart was forever devoted to Jesus. Her love for Him was mirrored in her everyday life,...

Oct 10, 2024

Judith Kay Thompson Jones, 75, passed away on Thursday morning October 10, 2024. Judy was born on August 7, 1949 in Cuba, Missouri to her parents, Everett Gene O’Neal and Eva Clark. She attended Rolla High School. Judy began working at the Oklahoma State Department of Corrections in September of 1983 until she retired in 2013. 

Judy married Harvey Thompson in...

Oct 10, 2024

Gerald Wayne France, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on October 10, 2024, at the age of 80. Born on July 26, 1944, in Kentucky, Gerald lived a life characterized by hard work, generosity, and a dedication to his family and friends.

Gerald spent his career as a heavy equipment operator, a role that not only showcased his...

Oct 5, 2024

Former Shawnee resident Carol Ann (Way) Horton, 85, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Oklahoma City.

Services will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday, October 10, 2024 at Walker Funeral Chapel with Rev. Larry Sparks officiating. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.

Carol was born February 13, 1939 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Grandville Frankie Way and Lura Anna (Coffey) Way. She...

Oct 4, 2024

Joy left her earthly life to spend eternity with her Heavenly Father on October 4, 2024. She was born Aug. 2, 1936 at Okemah, OK, the oldest of 7 children, to Ray and Janie (Cheatham) Massey. She graduated from Bearden High School Southwest of Okemah in 1953 as Salutatorian of her class. She married her classmate and the love of...

Oct 3, 2024

Oct 2, 2024

Mr. Gibson was born on November 13, 1939 in the Bluff Community near Sallisaw, Oklahoma, to George Walter “Ted” Gibson and Iva Jewell Gibson (Rogers). He died on Wednesday October 2, 2024 in Shawnee. 

Mr. Gibson was a retired federal and state law enforcement officer as well as a US Air Force Veteran. He held a BA from Upper Iowa University....

Oct 2, 2024

Donald Ray Qualls was reunited with his love and met Jesus on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, surrounded by family.

Don was born on October 24, 1934 in Idabel, Oklahoma to Millard and Ethel Qualls. He was the oldest of 3 boys. He attended Idabel schools for 12 years, while being a member of the Idabel Baseball Team and National Honor Society....